2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1958 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1958 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Dodge | GAZ |
Model | Durango | M20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |